Introduction

Autumn Punch is a vibrant and refreshing drink that captures the essence of fall with warming spices and seasonal fruit juices. It’s perfect for parties or cozy gatherings, blending apple cider, citrus, and a hint of spice in a delightful, crowd-pleasing beverage.

A clear glass holds a red drink filled with small ice cubes and red berries floating inside. On top, there is a slice of orange placed near the rim and a striped straw sticking out. The glass sits on a round coaster made of natural material on a white marbled surface. More similar glasses and orange slices are visible blurred in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 cinnamon sticks
5 allspice berries
3 whole cloves
3 cups apple cider
2 cups cranberry juice
2 cups orange juice
1½ cups pomegranate juice
1½ cups pineapple juice
2 cups lemon-lime soda
1 orange, sliced for garnish
1 cup cranberries for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: In a large punch bowl, combine the cinnamon sticks, allspice berries, whole cloves, apple cider, cranberry juice, orange juice, pomegranate juice, and pineapple juice. Stir gently to mix the flavors.
Step 2: Just before serving, add the lemon-lime soda to the punch bowl. Garnish with orange slices and cranberries for a festive touch. Serve with a ladle over ice.

Tips & Variations

For a stronger spice flavor, chill the spices and juices together in the fridge for 2 hours before adding the soda and serving.
Use sparkling water instead of lemon-lime soda for a less sweet version.
Add a splash of bourbon or spiced rum for an adult cocktail option.

Storage

Store any leftover punch in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Keep the soda separate and add it fresh before serving to maintain fizziness. Reheat gently if desired, but it’s best enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.

How to Serve

A clear glass filled with a deep red drink showing a mix of colors from bright red at the top to a darker red at the bottom. Inside the drink, there are red cranberries and a slice of orange placed near the rim, adding bright orange and red contrast. A striped straw sticks out from the top, and the glass sits on a round cork coaster on a white marbled surface. There are more glasses filled with the same red drink and slices of orange blurred in the background. Scattered around the glasses are cinnamon sticks and cranberries, adding warm brown and red colors to the scene. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this punch ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the spiced juice mixture and refrigerate it for a couple of hours or overnight. Add the soda and garnishes right before serving to keep the punch fresh and fizzy.

Is this recipe suitable for kids?

Absolutely! The punch contains no alcohol and combines fruit juices with warm spices, making it a great seasonal drink for all ages.

Autumn Punch Recipe

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Autumn Punch is a vibrant, fruit-filled beverage perfect for fall gatherings and holiday parties. This refreshing punch combines a blend of apple cider, cranberry, orange, pomegranate, and pineapple juices, spiced with cinnamon sticks, allspice berries, and cloves, then topped off with lemon-lime soda for a fizzy finish. Garnished with fresh orange slices and cranberries, it offers a delightful balance of sweet, tart, and warm spice flavors.

Author: Ella
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes plus optional chilling time
Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
Category: Beverages
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

Spices

3 cinnamon sticks
5 allspice berries
3 whole cloves

Juices

3 cups apple cider
2 cups cranberry juice
2 cups orange juice
1½ cups pomegranate juice
1½ cups pineapple juice

Additional

2 cups lemon-lime soda
1 orange, sliced for garnish
1 cup cranberries for garnish

Instructions

Combine Spices and Juices: Add the cinnamon sticks, allspice berries, cloves, apple cider, cranberry juice, orange juice, pomegranate juice, and pineapple juice to a large punch bowl. Stir gently to mix the flavors well.
Add Soda and Garnish: Just before serving, top the punch with lemon-lime soda to add a refreshing fizz. Add the orange slices and fresh cranberries for a festive garnish.
Serve: Use a ladle to serve the punch over ice to keep it chilled and refreshing.

Notes

For a more intense spice flavor, chill the spices together with the juices in the refrigerator for 2 hours before adding the lemon-lime soda and serving.

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